What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander S1E14 – Darrin Henson

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Darrin Henson Is a four-time NAACP IMAGE AWARD Nominated ACTOR and a one-time Nominated Author. Henson can now be seen on BET in Carl Weber’s The Family Business which is now in its second season. If that isn’t enough, Henson also stars on the UMC Network hit series Double Cross which Henson produces. Darrin Henson is known for his roles in the movies Stomp the Yard, The Express, Black Coffee, Tekken, and Netflix’s Black Bear. Henson also performed five years on the hit Showtime series Soul Food as Lem Van Adams. Henson is also the recipient of the coveted MTV choreography award for his creation of *NSYNC Bye Bye Bye. n 2003, Henson directed the film Violation and starred in the 2007 motion picture Stomp the Yard. In February 2011, Henson co-starred in the Gospel Music Channel’s debut of John Ruffin’s stage play The Ideal Husband, which also stars Jackée Harry, Ginuwine, Clifton Powell, Shirley Murdock, Shanti Lowry, and Erica Hubbard.

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Guest Biography

Darrin Dewitt Henson (born May 5, 1972) is an American choreographer, dancer, actor, director and producer. Henson attended “Prep for Prep,” a non-profit organization whose vision is to prepare New York City’s top minority students for success in education and in life. Newly married to Taurey Winter Bingham.

Darrin Henson is a man of many talents. Henson is recognized as a leading choreographer within the music industry, and his experience includes work with top recording artists, including Jennifer Lopez, Spice Girls, Deborah Cox, Christina Aguilera, Prince, Britney Spears,‘N Sync, Dru Hill, Jagged Edge and George Michael.

As an actor, Darrin Henson initially rose to fame as one of the most notable characters on Showtime’s television series, Soul Food. Henson’s critically acclaimed portrayal of ex-convict-turned-businessman, Lem Van Adams, demonstrated his ability to connect deeply with urban audiences.

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Whats Hot HarlemAmerica
 

Host – G. Keith Alexander

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G. Keith Alexander

Born and raised in Chicago, G. Keith Alexander as a young boy had dreams of becoming a disc jockey and eventually became music director, afternoon jock, and leader of the launch team for his native city’s new station WGCI. His baritone delivery has also resounded over the airwaves of Disco 92 WKTU, 98.7 KISS-FM, former jazz station WRVR, Inner City Broadcasting’s WBLS in the Big Apple, Clear Channel’s Jammin’ 105, and Infinity’s New MIX 102.7.

G. Keith is also the host of “What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander”, the first podcast hosted on the HarlemAmerica Digital Network. He talks with a great variety of influential black voices in the entertainment industry like Gloria Gaynor, Keith David, Dionne Warwick, Darrin Henson, Phylicia Rashad, and more.

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Episode Description

Darrin Henson Is a four-time NAACP IMAGE AWARD Nominated ACTOR and a one-time Nominated Author. Henson can now be seen on BET in Carl Weber’s The Family Business which is now in its second season. If that isn’t enough, Henson also stars on the UMC Network hit series Double Cross which Henson produces. Darrin Henson is known for his roles in the movies Stomp the Yard, The Express, Black Coffee, Tekken, and Netflix’s Black Bear. Henson also performed five years on the hit Showtime series Soul Food as Lem Van Adams. Henson is also the recipient of the coveted MTV choreography award for his creation of *NSYNC Bye Bye Bye. n 2003, Henson directed the film Violation and starred in the 2007 motion picture Stomp the Yard. In February 2011, Henson co-starred in the Gospel Music Channel’s debut of John Ruffin’s stage play The Ideal Husband, which also stars Jackée Harry, Ginuwine, Clifton Powell, Shirley Murdock, Shanti Lowry, and Erica Hubbard.

Mama Foundation 2025 Winter Benefit Concertt REPLAY CLICK HERE BUTTON

Whats Hot HarlemAmerica
 

Host – G. Keith Alexander

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G. Keith Alexander

Born and raised in Chicago, G. Keith Alexander as a young boy had dreams of becoming a disc jockey and eventually became music director, afternoon jock, and leader of the launch team for his native city’s new station WGCI. His baritone delivery has also resounded over the airwaves of Disco 92 WKTU, 98.7 KISS-FM, former jazz station WRVR, Inner City Broadcasting’s WBLS in the Big Apple, Clear Channel’s Jammin’ 105, and Infinity’s New MIX 102.7.

G. Keith is also the host of “What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander”, the first podcast hosted on the HarlemAmerica Digital Network. He talks with a great variety of influential black voices in the entertainment industry like Gloria Gaynor, Keith David, Dionne Warwick, Darrin Henson, Phylicia Rashad, and more.

Learn More Click Here

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Guest Biography

Darrin Dewitt Henson (born May 5, 1972) is an American choreographer, dancer, actor, director and producer. Henson attended “Prep for Prep,” a non-profit organization whose vision is to prepare New York City’s top minority students for success in education and in life. Newly married to Taurey Winter Bingham.

Darrin Henson is a man of many talents. Henson is recognized as a leading choreographer within the music industry, and his experience includes work with top recording artists, including Jennifer Lopez, Spice Girls, Deborah Cox, Christina Aguilera, Prince, Britney Spears,‘N Sync, Dru Hill, Jagged Edge and George Michael.

As an actor, Darrin Henson initially rose to fame as one of the most notable characters on Showtime’s television series, Soul Food. Henson’s critically acclaimed portrayal of ex-convict-turned-businessman, Lem Van Adams, demonstrated his ability to connect deeply with urban audiences.

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G. Keith Alexander he has built an impressive career as a media broadcaster and communicator, having influenced millions of people with the sound of his voice. And what a voice! It is smooth, distinctive and commanding -- like his personal style.
 
Born and raised in Chicago, G. Keith as a young boy had dreams of becoming a disc jockey and eventually became music director and afternoon jock for his native city's WGCI. His baritone delivery has also resounded over the airwaves of Disco 92 WKTU, 98.7 KISS-FM, former jazz station WRVR, Inner City Broadcasting's WBLS in the Big Apple, Clear Channel’s Jammin’ 105 and Infinity’s New MIX 102.7. And while New York City has remained his home throughout his professional career, his appeal has been national.

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